1958 Austin A 40 vs. 1991 Volvo 245
To start off, 1991 Volvo 245 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 245 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 40 | 1991 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 40 | 245 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2660 mm |